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Bracing

Part of Speech

Adjective, Noun, Verb

Pronunciation

/ˈbrāsɪŋ/

Definitions

  • 1. (Adjective) Energizing or invigorating; providing support or relief.
  • 2. (Noun) A device used to support, strengthen, or stiffen something.
  • 3. (Verb) To prepare or make something more stable or secure by adding supports.

Usage Examples

  • 1. "The bracing wind felt refreshing as I walked along the beach."
  • 2. "He wore a back brace to help with his posture during long working hours."
  • 3. "They braced the structure before the storm hit."

Etymology

The word "bracing" originates from the Middle English term 'bracen', which comes from the Old French 'bracer', meaning 'to strengthen or support,' derived from the Latin 'bracchium', meaning 'arm.' The meaning expanded over time to include the idea of giving support or vigor.

Synonyms

  • Invigorating
  • Revitalizing
  • Stimulating
  • Strengthening
  • Fortifying

Antonyms

  • Weakening
  • Debilitating
  • Exhausting
  • Draining

Translations

Language Translation Pronunciation
EnglishBracing/ˈbrāsɪŋ/
SpanishRefrescante/re.fresˈkan.te/
FrenchRevigorant/ʁə.vi.ɡɔ.ʁɑ̃/
GermanErfrischend/ɛʁˈfʁɪʃənd/
ItalianRinfrescante/rin.fresˈkan.te/
PortugueseRefrescante/ʁefɾesˈkãtʃi/
RussianОсвежающий/əsʲvʲɪˈʐajʊʨɪj/
Chinese (Mandarin)清爽/qīng shuǎng/
Arabicمنعش/munaʕish/
Hindiताजगी देने वाला/tāzgi dene wālā/
Bengaliতাজা/tājā/
Punjabiਤਾਜਗੀ ਦੇਣ ਵਾਲਾ/tāzgi den vālā/
Marathiताजगी देणारा/tājgi deṇārā/
Gujaratiતાજગી આપનાર/tājgī āpnār/
Teluguతాజాగాను అందించే/tājāgānu andiṅcē/
Malayalamശുദ്ധമായ/śuddhamāya/
Kannadaತಾಜಗಿಯನ್ನು ನೀಡುವ/tājagiyannu nīḍuva/
Tamilபுதுமையாக/puthumāyāka/
Odiaତାଜାକରିବା/tājākaribā/
Assameseতাজা কৰা/tājā kora/
Urduتروتازہ/tarwazah/
Japanese爽快/sōkai/
Korean상쾌한/sangkwaehan/
Thaiสดชื่น/sòt chʉ̄n/

Regional Pronunciation Variations

In certain regions, especially coastal areas, "bracing" may emphasize the invigorating quality of a breeze, with a more pronounced articulation of the 'r' sound in some dialects.

Historical Usage

The term "bracing" has been used since the 16th century to describe winds that were refreshing or invigorating. It evolved from the idea of providing physical or structural support to something providing mental or emotional energy.

Cultural Nuances

In many cultures, bracing winds are associated with outdoor activities and are considered a sign of health or vitality. In some societies, bracing air is believed to have therapeutic effects on mental health, particularly in mountainous or coastal regions.

More Information

The term "bracing" is often used to describe both physical support mechanisms, such as braces for medical conditions, and environmental conditions, such as invigorating winds. In a broader context, it refers to anything that provides a sense of energy or revitalization, making it a versatile word in both practical and metaphorical usage.

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